Things to do in Chelad, West Bengal
Chelad is a census town in the Raniganj CD block in the Asansol Sadar subdivision of the Paschim Bardhaman district in the state of West Bengal, India.
7 places to visit in and around Chelad, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Ghaghar Burhi
Ghaghar Buri, is a small shrine dedicated to Goddess Kali Mata. It is located in Asansol city, by the side of the National Highway in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 2Biharinath
Biharinath is the tallest hill of Bankura District, in the Indian state of West Bengal., and one of the dense forest areas of the district. It is a part of the Eastern Ghats.
Wikipedia - 3
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- 5hanuman mandir
- 6Shiv Mandir
- 7B.N.R Bridge · in Asansol
Best time to visit Chelad
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan16°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb21°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr31°CHot
- May33°CHot
- Jun31°CRainy
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug28°CRainy
- Sep27°CRainy
- Oct25°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov21°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec17°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 48 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 118 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 31°C | 219 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 329 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 291 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 237 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 25°C | 99 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Chelad
- Nearest railway station: Asansol Junction (ASN), 8 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 22 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Chelad costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chelad is not included.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Chelad?
The best known are Ghaghar Burhi, Biharinath, Sacred Heart Church, Asansol, Nehru Park, Burnpur, hanuman mandir.
When is the best time to visit Chelad?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Chelad?
Nearest railway station: Asansol Junction (ASN), 8 km away. Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 22 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Chelad cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Chelad is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.